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Find out where WHS seniors are planning to go 2017 Senior Survey results at a glance:
Inside this Special Senior Issue, you will find the newspaper staff ’s yearly survey of student plans and an explanation of how that survey was conducted. Here, find an overview of the survey of graduating seniors’ plans. Not all seniors provided responses that were easily categorized. Those are represented in the “No reply/undecided/other” category.
South Dakota Schools •Augustana University...............................19 •Black Hills Beauty College........................ 1 •Dakota State University............................. 9 •Dakota Wesleyan University..................... 2 •Lake Area Technical Institute................... 3 •Mount Marty College................................. 1 •Northern State University......................... 1 •Presentation College.................................. 1 •South Dakota State University...............42 •Southeast Technical Institute..................27 •Stewart School............................................ 5 •University of Sioux Falls........................... 6 •University of South Dakota...................33
Out-of-state schools •All Iowa schools.......................................13 •All Minnesota schools.............................11 •All Nebraska schools................................. 7 •All North Dakota schools......................... 2 •Schools in other states.............................13
Military •U.S. Marine Corps...................................... 4 •U.S. Military Academy at West Point...... 1 •S.D. National Guard.................................. 1
Other responses •No reply/undecided/other...................248
Survey totals •Total seniors surveyed in 2017.............450 •Total seniors surveyed in 2016.............479 •Change since last year............................ -29
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Graduation set for Sunday at S.F. Arena Senior class all-night party follows commencement at 10:30 p.m.
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By Madi Forseth Graduates should not carry any objects, including cell phones, HS’s class of 2017 will conclude their four-year into the ceremony. Metal detectors will be in place at the Arena. journey through high school Sunday at the After all the students have been seated, superintendent Brian Sioux Falls Arena. Maher, principal Dan Conrad and two student speakers—seniors Graduations for the city’s public high Jillian Stamp and Raquel Rivera—will address the group. The schools will begin at 11 a.m. on Sunday with event will also feature a performance by the WHS Concert Choir. the graduation for New Technology High School. Lincoln will Following the speakers, each graduate will receive their follow at 1 p.m. and diploma cover in turn. Roosevelt at 4 p.m. Students who wish to The WHS ceremony throw their hats in the will culminate the day air at the end of the of celebration Sunday ceremony should write All ceremonies Sunday at the Sioux Falls Arena at 7 p.m. their name in the hat, if 11 a.m.......................................... New Technology High School Graduation Graduates should they wish it back. 1 p.m............................................................ Lincoln High School Graduation arrive at 5:45 p.m. to Actual diplomas 4 p.m.........................................................Roosevelt High School Graduation line up for the entry (and hats, as available) 5:45 p.m................................ WHS seniors arrive at Arena to line up march. Seniors are will be available for pick 7 p.m....................................................................... WHS Graduation reminded to be propup in the WHS regiserly dressed in formal trar’s office beginning attire. This means a collared shirt, dress pants and dress shoes at 9 a.m. June 9. Diplomas will be held back until all obligations for boys and appropriate dresses or suits and shoes for girls. If have been met—lunch money and any other fines repaid and graduates are not equipped with the correct attire, they will be books, uniforms, Chromebooks, etc. returned. sent home to change. Later that night, the class of 2017 will gather one last time for Names starting with A-K will meet at the west side of the the annual all-night Senior Class Party beginning at 10:30 p.m. Arena, while L-Z will line up on the east side. Parents and other This special night is open to seniors only, and is designed to well-wishers are reminded to cheer respectfully and appropri- be a memorable final night together for the senior class with ately—air horns and other noise makers should not be used. their graduating peers.
City Graduation Timetable
So you’re going to graduate! Here’s what you need to know:
Purpose:
•High school graduation is an honorable and important milestone in any young person’s life. •Likewise, the commencement ceremony held to honor this achievement is one of celebration and dignity.
Boys should wear:
•Collared shirts and preferably a tie (no t-shirts). •Dress pants (no jeans or shorts). •Dress shoes (no flip-flops or sandals, tennis shoes or bare feet).
Girls should wear:
•A dress or dress pants/dress suit (no jeans or shorts). •Dress shoes (no flip-flops, tennis shoes or bare feet). •Please do not wear a corsage on your robe.
Caps and tassels:
•Caps are to be as issued (not added to) and worn flat. •Tassels are worn on the right side until you receive your diploma. As you cross the stage, move it to the left.
When you arrive: •Line up at the Arena by 5:45 p.m. •Graduates with last names A-K will line up on the west side of the Arena. •Last names L-Z will line up on the east side.
Seniors enjoy special night at formal prom By Maham Shah Seniors jump-started their end-of-the-year activities by attending the WHS Senior Prom April 22 in the WHS commons. Students first showed off their glamorous dresses and handsome tuxedos during the Grand March in the school auditorium. Poses ranged from fake proposals to selfies. Once the couples crossed the stage, they were escorted to the front of the school by a limousine and entered the dance. Beginning at 9 p.m., food and beverages were served along with a variety of music until midnight. This year’s theme was
“Passport to Paris,” featuring a 17-foot cardboard Eiffel Tower available for a photo opportunity. All decorations were set up by the Senior Events Committee. Teacher and co-chair of the committee, Jamie VanSloten, said that prom was a night for all to remember. “It was a gratifying experience to provide an exciting night for all the seniors,” VanSloten exclaimed. “It turned out to be a memorable night for all who attended.” “Prom was an exciting end to an awesome last year as a Warrior,” senior Sydney Stallinga explained. “It was a night full of memories.”
Photo courtesy Heather Walker DRESSED UP—(L-R) Seniors Sydney Raabe, Skylar Moen, Sydney Stallinga, Taylor Anderson and Maddie Vanderfeen; juniors Rachel Boer and Molly Cozad; seniors Maham Shah, Emily VanBockern, Lauren Zimbeck, Izzy Kinzer, Madi Warner, Amy Walker, Morgan Small and Kylee Haub; junior Taylor VanderVelde; seniors Brooklyn Stekl, Kaitlyn Fischer, Amber Obenauer, Kelsi Kearney and Jenna Siganos and juniors Sidney Kennedy and Katelyn Smith get ready for a picture outside Gloria Dei Lutheran Church on East 57th Street before dinner and prom April 22.
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Senior Survey reveals post-graduation plans Carter Aasen ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “Try your best in every class because in the long run it will help in the future with college and your career.” Hayat Abdourahman MeShayla Abler Sharina Adanna Dodi Ahmad
Survey of 450 potential graduates conducted by newspaper staff
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ach spring the Orange & Black staff surveys the graduating class at WHS to find what each senior plans for after graduation. This information is collected from a volunteer, non-scientific survey of all class members. The Orange & Black also asked seniors to provide their favorite memory and a piece of advice to underclassmen. Some of these are also included in the survey results. On pages 2-7 are the results of the
survey. After the name of each student, listed alphabetically, students indicated what school, branch of the military or work opportunity they plan to pursue next year. All quotes and information were edited for style, space, grammar and taste considerations. Seniors who left items blank or did not complete a survey may not have their names listed or have incomplete information. The responsibility for the accuracy of the informa-
Hait Ali Mleahneh Allison Marissa Alvarez ·U.S. Marine Corps “Do not get lazy toward the end of the year, it will hurt your grades more than you think!”
activities that really interest you. I would also recommend that students work as hard as they can in classes because their grades are important for college.”
Annie Banks “I will remember getting to know many different people and being introduced to many different activities through them.”
Janaiya Arendt
Bailey Banwart
Owen Alvine ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion
Samson Argo
Iqbal Aman ·Presentation College, Aberdeen
Jessica Argueta
Taylor Anderson ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “I will always remember homecoming dances and winning state football at the dome….twice.”
Landon Arrowood
Feven Aregay ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My advice is to be involved in school activities and to choose the
Alyssa Badger ·Morningside College, Iowa “Challenge yourself but still have fun.”
Wubinesh Argo
Maya Arnold
Angel Arroyo Davilla Nyasabit Ayom ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls
Kathryn Barker ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “My favorite memories at WHS have been with my friends. Whether we were dressing up in crazy costumes for Beach Bash, or
“I will always remember home-
coming dances and winning state football at the dome… twice.”
University, Brookings “My favorite memories at WHS are of cheering on the sports teams and watching us win! Also, playing soccer and starting my whole senior year on varsity was very fun. My advice for underclassmen at WHS is to get all of your homework in and get along with your teachers.” Kaycie Bartel Princess Baygboe ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Work for the A, and join clubs even if you are antisocial.”
-Taylor Anderson
·Northwestern College, Iowa “My favorite memories of WHS are of winning football state championships and running out on the field.”
tion rests solely with the respondents. The list of graduating seniors was as accurate as possible as of our survey deadline, May 19. We apologize for any oversights. The survey includes all graduates and potential graduates who are eligible to receive a WHS diploma, including some who are currently enrolled at other sites. Survey compiled by Orange & Black editor Carson Herbert with help from other members of the newspaper staff.
enjoying a fancy meal for a school dance.”
Koy BearsTail
Serenity Barnett
Nolan Behr ·Northwestern College, Iowa
Alexander Barron ·South Dakota State
Sarah Bell ·Augustana College, Sioux
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Falls “My favorite memory at WHS would be of being a part of show choir.” Ezra Betru Sawyer Bills Isaiah Bird Leyghton Bird Demetri Bishop Amrit Biswa Lillian Bizuru Brooklyn Black ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “I would tell underclassmen that you can have fun, but to always stay on top of your schoolwork. Also, make the most of high school because let me tell you, it flies by way too fast!”
Joseph Blankartz Keith Bleeker Billy Blevins Jake Boetel Zacchaeus Bolden ·University of Sioux Falls “My favorite memory at WHS is of winning two state championships in football and being part of the best student section in the state of South Dakota.” Jade Bolin ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Don’t be afraid to join activities. Get out there and do something!” Daxton Bonnewell ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion Calli Bordeaux ·Dakota State University, Madison “My favorite memories from WHS come from being a basketball manager and of all the fun times we had at home games and even traveling.” Jacob Bott Mason Bowes ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “If you focus too much on your academics, you miss out on some of the best years of your life. Find your balance with work and play.”
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ORANGE & BLACK Emma Brands Mya Breaux-Hansen Jackson Bren Kelli Bridgeman Ericka Britain Ashley Brower ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My advice to underclassmen would be to do your homework and turn things in on time. Don’t get behind, because sometimes it can be really hard to catch up. Get involved in as much as you can and always remember to have fun!”
told me to get involved and I never did. Now that I look back, I see how important it was and how it could have changed my high school career for the better.” Alanah Buus ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Don’t do things to impress other people or because you think it will make you cool. Focus on
Trey Bruns Payton Buche Ariel Buckley ·Iowa State University “I will always remember being able to cheer for the best student section in the state.” Chance Bukuru Kaitlyn Bulick ·Mount Marty College, Yankton “Make every day count, because before you know it your days at WHS will be over.” Connor Bunkers ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “Personally, the best thing you can do is get involved, because when I was a freshman everyone
Tristin Carlton Juan Castillo Alyssa Catalfino ·Moody Bible Institute, Illinois “Don’t give attitude to your teachers, but don’t take being treated unfairly. Don’t think the troubles of high school are permanent.” Skylar Chapin
Make every day “count, because before you know it your days at WHS will be over.” -Kaitlyn Bulick
Matthew Brown Noah Brown ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Make sure your phone is off and in your locker.”
yourself and your schoolwork.” Anthony Campbell ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Don’t be afraid to take a number of AP classes. It will save you a lot in the future.” Sara Carazo ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Don’t underestimate the consequences of your actions.” Landon Carda ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “I will always remember Prom 2017.” Morgan Carl Hope Carlson ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My advice is to take all your main classes first.”
·American Musical and Dramatic Academy, California “My favorite memory would be of the WHS Theater. From my first show in ‘Footloose’ to my senior year, I have made some of my best friends in that department. It has helped me discover what I want to do in my life.” Mya Chastain Roshni Chhetri Hunter Christianson Justin Clevenger Skylar Close-Smith Tiffani CoffeyElliot Samuel Coldman Eduardo Contreras ·U.S. Marine Corps “Be a respectful student and make your life easier.”
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PAGE 3 Victor Contreras ·South Dakota National Guard “My favorite memory is going on the California band trip.” Houston Curtin Carson Cypher Kory Daniels Easton Darr ·Dakota State University, Madison
JUNE 1, 2017 Institute, Sioux Falls “One piece of advice that I would give the underclassmen is to turn in your homework on time and don’t mess around in school.” Norman Englert ·South Dakota State University, Brookings Payten Ennor Andrew Erdmann
Alustriel Day ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “I recommend that the underclassmen should join some clubs.”
Annie Farmer ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My advice to underclassmen is to challenge yourself, but don’t take anything too seriously.”
Michael Day
Thad Femrite
Braeden Decker
Tegenework Feye ·University of Sioux Falls
Nicole DeJong
Rochelle Dempsey
Hayden Fiala ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “Get involved.”
Christian Derby
Tommy Fischer
Chadron Derby ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memories are of having solos in choir and going to AllState Choir two times and mostly spending half of my fourth and fifth period with men’s choir.”
Kaitlyn Fischer
Spencer DeLange
Katelyn Dickens Bikila Dida ·Iowa Western Community College “My advice is to aim high and keep your head up.” Max Edwards Ariana Ellis Jacob Ellis ·Southeast Technical
and have fun in school.” Jaren Fountain ·Doane University, Nebraska “One of my favorite memories is of winning state football not once, but twice. Keep up on homework and go to class.”
Joshua Garry ·Dakota Wesleyan University, Mitchell “Winning back-to-back state championships in football is my favorite memory. Get involved in everything and anything you can. It will make your four years in high school zoom by.”
Allison Fox ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My band family is my favorite thing about WHS. Don’t be afraid to try new things.”
McKenzie Gaspar ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Be yourself and don’t try to hang out with people just because you think they’re cool.”
Jhoseline Fuentes Rosales “My favorite memory is of going to the games and meeting new people.”
Nyakueth Gatnoor
Keonni Funches
Naomie Gbaryee
Sunita Gajmer ·University of Sioux Falls “One of my favorite memories of WHS is of homecoming.”
Alexander Geer
Taylor Gallo Darara Gamachu
Justice Fisher ·St Catherine University, Minnesota “My favorite memories of WHS are of the teachers and all of their encouragement and support throughout the years. To be successful at WHS, it is important to get involved and put yourself out there—no matter what sport or club, there is a place for everyone to feel welcomed.” Chase Flickema ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memories of WHS would be of all the fun dress up days. My advice is to get involved
Josue Garcia Peyton Garrow ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Going to sport activities and cheering in the student section are my favorite memories. Do your work and find something you enjoy doing.”
Komboor Gatnoor ·Arizona Western
Sweet Gerbreizibher Joseph Gerry ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls ·S.D. Army National Guard “My favorite memories are of the WHS Army JROTC and the dances at WHS. Be all you can be.” Bryce Getting ·U.S. Marine Corps “My favorite memories of WHS are of Mr. (Brad) Kennet’s third period marketing class.”
“My favorite memories are of the WHS Army JROTC and the dances at WHS. Be all you can be.” -Joseph Gerry
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better person and teach me what I need for the future.”
Nicholas Gregg ·Midland University, Nebraska “My favorite memory is of the boys state tennis tournament this year.”
Sonam Gurung
Christian Gruhlke
Isaac Goeman
Whitney Grush-Wolf
Shayna Goens ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Get your work in on time.”
Ethan Guenther ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memories are of spending time with my friends at school and enjoying my time with the teachers.”
Feven Goitom ·Regis University, Colorado “My favorite memories include being part of the girls basketball championship and cheering on the WHS football team. Try your best in your classes and get involved.”
Bhakti Guragai ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “Think positive, be positive, make positive decisions and give your 100 percent at class.”
Lacy Gottsch
Kamala Gurung
Kennedy Gramkow
Monita Gurung
Lauren Green ·Northwestern College, Iowa “One of my favorite memories would have to be going to all the sporting events with my friends. My advice for underclassmen is to
Anija Gurung ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “My favorite memory of WHS is that I’ve had a special time in my life. I met many teachers that helped me to become a
Never give up on “ what you are doing and never underestimate what you are capable of doing.” -Samantha Huber
Samuel Haddican Jason Haeffner ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “I have made an enormous number of memories at WHS, so picking favorites is no easy task. However, some of my favorites are football games, Beach Bash and having the whole senior class as friends. I would tell underclassmen to get involved, make friends and don’t take high school for granted.” Selena Hall Jesse Halvorsen Jasmine Hannigan Braxten Hansen Brendan Hansen ·Dakota State University, Madison “Playing in the marching band and drumline is a favorite memory. Also, participating in computer program design competitions. Don’t be afraid to be yourself and try something new.” Kendra Hargan ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls Hailey Hartman Elliot Hartwig Zakaria Hassan Kylee Haub ·University of South
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PAGE 4 Dakota, Vermillion “My favorite memory at WHS would be of going to the dome. . .twice. To be successful at WHS, I would recommend getting involved in as much as possible—whether it be sports or clubs.” Ethan Hays ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Going to state football and basketball games with my friends is something I won’t forget. My advice is to focus on school first, fun later.” Matthew Hedeen ·North Dakota State University “Going to all the sporting events to watch my friends and playing baseball for WHS was a favorite memory. Get your homework done on time and challenge yourself by taking AP classes.” Jackson Heiberger Carson Herbert ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memories of high school are of going on student council trips and also cheering on the Warriors at various sporting events. Work hard, get involved and have fun. Make the most of every moment.” William Herrera Estrada Zachary Heupel ·University of Minnesota, Twin Cities “My favorite memory of WHS is of playing on the tennis team with all of my friends. My advice to the underclassmen is to be
JUNE 1, 2017 involved at WHS as much as they can.”
when you aren’t sure about the material.”
Emma Hockenberry ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memories at WHS would be of meeting new friends and showing off my school
Sean Hurley Iesha Hussein Sergey Ignato Oromiyaa Iticha
“My advice to underclassmen is to never give up on what you do and finish your homework on time.” -Oromiyaa Iticha pride at sporting events. I would say be yourself first and to not try to be someone different.” Cody Holder ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “I loved the open discussions in seventh period government with Mr. (Jim) Trett. Pick a plan and stick with it. Find what you want out of life and don’t let anything get in your way.” Shaye Horacek Samantha Huber ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Never give up on what you are doing and never underestimate what you are capable of doing.” Chelsie Huff ·Black Hills Beauty College, Rapid City “Do not procrastinate— always do your work and turn it in on time. Study
·St. Paul Community College, Minnesota “My advice to underclassmen is to never give up on what you do and finish your homework on time.” Michael Jacobs “My favorite memory is of when I helped with the pizza feed during homecoming.” Skyler Jacobs Cheyenne Jedlicka Brooklynn Jensen ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “My favorite memory of WHS is of being in marching band all four years.” Corey Jensen ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls Emily Jensen ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “Always remember to
do your homework, and make your dreams come true. Don’t leave your homework to do at the last minute.” Kaleb Johnson Natalie Johnson ·Minnesota State University, Mankato “My favorite memories of WHS are of watching Mr. (Marc) Murren sing, and when I got a hair band stuck on the second floor ceiling in front of the Green Club glass case.” Zakiyah Johnson Jack Johnston ·U.S. Marine Corps “I will always remember socializing with my friends.” Christopher Jones Kadesia Jones ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My advice is to take it day-by-day, and if you take classes you like, it will be much easier.” Lindsey Jones ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “I will remember hanging out with friends and all the sporting events.” Nancy Juma Briana Junso ·University of Sioux Falls “Do your homework and get it done on time.” Sheridan Kampmann Matthew Karschnik Kelsi Kearney ·University of South
ORANGE & BLACK Dakota, Vermillion “My favorite memories at WHS are of going to all the football, basketball and soccer games and track meets.” Simon Keller Christian Kellogg ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “I love baseball season, getting to enjoy the spring weather and playing school spring ball. I also love meeting new people you don’t know and learning new things to help prepare me for college and life after college.” Dillon Kelly
Dakota, Vermillion “Don’t get behind on homework and work hard. But also have as much fun as you can, because high school flies by.” Maxwell Larsen ·Loyola University, Illinois “C’s get degrees, but you probably should strive for something above the average.” Brianna Larson ·University of Sioux Falls “I loved dressing up every day for homecoming and Beach Bash weeks.” Jakob Larson
Tsakani Khambule ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “Concentrate on school work and submit all your assignments in time.”
coming week and enjoying senior prom when the time rolls around!” Abbygail Lint ·Briar Cliff University, Iowa “Don’t procrastinate—do your homework. Make friends and participate in school activities.” Amasi Logo Clayton Lohr Jordan Long Johnathon Loofe ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion
Study hard and “finish strong.” -Keanu Phumipraphat
Chandra Khanal Isabel Kinzer ·Northern State University, Aberdeen “It’s OK to not have your whole life figured out by the time you’re 18. You have time, just make sure to use your time wisely.”
·Gustavus Adolphus College, Minnesota “I will remember all the memories I’ve made playing in the band.”
Carmen Lopez ·Lake Area Technical Institute, Watertown “Go to class and do your work.”
Carter Klatt ·Morningside College, Iowa “My favorite memory is of getting the opportunity for my first time to wear a Warrior jersey and come running into a packed gym in front of all of our fans!”
Nicholas Larson
Lynda LopezAlvarez ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memories at WHS are of the football games. There’s no doubt that we have the best student section in the state.”
Dean Klutman
Ryan Le ·University of Nebraska, Lincoln “Get involved—especially in DECA. You won’t regret it, and it’ll look good when you’re trying to get into the college of your dreams your senior year.”
Nicholas Koch Ryan Koch Kritika Koirala Brynne Krause-Gee Zechava Kreiselman ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “Everyone’s interests and opinions are different, so do what makes you happy. Just be yourself!” Jacob Kringen ·Minnesota State University, Mankato “I will remember going to the dome back-to-back for state football.” Hailey Kristjanson Goy Kuach
Samantha Larson ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My favorite memories are of going to the football games with friends and cheering on the Warriors.”
Jaylyn Melgar ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My advice would be to attend school every day and get your homework done to be successful and get good grades.” Paige Merry ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My advice to underclassmen is to not rush the school years. They will be over before you know it.” Austin Miller Conner Miller ·Dakota State University, Madison Matrika Mishra Diamyn Mitchell Shagitu Mitiku
Zachary Lee
Trevor Lund -Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “My favorite memory from high school is of spending time with my friends at games.”
Trevor Moller
Erika Lehan ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My favorite memories of WHS would be of road tripping to Rapid City for state basketball my freshman and senior year.”
Sabrina Lickiss ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “I will always remember completing my two years as a drum major for the Warrior Marching Band. The last competition when I cut the band off, the ring of the music before the crowd started clapping, that moment of silence was the most amazing thing ever.”
Lily Larsen ·University of South
Lee Meh ·Stewart School, Sioux Falls “My favorite memory at WHS is of going to prom.”
Asmo Mohamed
Jayden Kusiek Wolf
Deion Larsen “Mr. (Marc) Murren singing for homecoming is my favorite memory.”
Sarah McMurphy ·University of Sioux Falls “My advice would be to always do your homework and not let seniorities get to you—do your best until the very end.”
Prabin Luitel
Leo Lewis
Kiley LaMere ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “Focus on what is important to you and don’t set your mind on things that will wash away within 48 hours.”
Ethan McKinney ·University of Minnesota, Twin Cities “My favorite memory at WHS is of cheering at the state championship football game with all of my friends.”
Kianna Lee
Amira Kur
Mark Ladu “I will remember joining and participating on the varsity football team.”
WHS is getting that clutch win against O’Gorman for the football state title!”
Tristan LeClaire
Kyle LeBon
Kacey Kubik
Nyounkpao Kyne
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Lyric Lott ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My favorite memory at WHS is of winning the state championship my junior year, along with the other Highsteppers, by 80 points.”
Andrew Levisay ·Dakota State University, Madison “Find time to do homework. You’re doing yourself a disservice if you try to pretend that school isn’t important.”
Austin Kubik ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Keep your phone off and in your locker.”
Alexander Lorenzini ·Dakota Wesleyan University, Mitchell “I will always remember winning the state championship.”
Vanessa Lingle ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My advice to underclassmen is to always turn your work in on time. Experience your four years of high school by going to football games, dressing-up for home-
Kassandra Lynn Francisco Magana Sarmila Magar Madison Mahlmeister Daniel Mann ·South Dakota State University, Brookings Ryan Mannes ·Arizona State University “My favorite memory at WHS is of winging two state football championships.” Montez Manning Mariah Martinez Ryan Martinez Ethan Masching ·Dakota State University, Madison “My favorite memory at WHS is of being in show choir and making a lot of friends and a second family through hours of work.” Jeffrey McKee ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memory of
Skylar Moen ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My favorite memories include going to the dome my senior year, tailgating at 5 a.m., and all the times with the soccer team.”
Hannah Molu Genissa Mondesir ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “I would advise underclassmen to continually work hard and to go after what they want. Never give up on yourself, even though it may seem hard, because it is all worth it in the end.” Leela Mongar ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My favorite memories include spending time with my friends and homecoming day.” Michael Moore ·Dakota State University, Madison “My favorite memories include sitting in the commons and talking with friends and going to competitions with ClaCo.” Ryan Morgans ·Winona State University, Minnesota “My favorite memories come from trips like the ski club trip as well as road trips for sports such as tennis and soccer.” Devin Mueller Brenna Mullen ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion
JUNE 1, 2017 Madison Murphy Brayden Nath ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My advice is to do the work. It isn’t worth getting behind and spending your day playing catch-up rather than being ahead of the game.” David Navarrete Jonah Nelson ·United States Military Academy at West Point, New York “The best advice I can give is to be involved! It sounds cheesy, but it actually helps out a lot. You get to know so many people and build so many relationships by becoming involved.” Cody Nesheim Ryan Neuman Scott Nguyen ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memories include doing cartwheels.” Raeann Nichols ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “My favorite memories include dressing up during homecoming and beach bash weeks every year.” Hailey Nold ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My advice is to always use a planner to organize your events and homework.” Aaron Oakland ·Dakota State University, Madison “Getting to go on different school trips with good friends that I have made over the years is something I won’t forget.” Amber Obenauer ·Morningside College, Iowa “I would tell underclassmen that in order to be successful they should find something they love and stick to it.” Braeden O’Brien ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Some of my favorite memories are the days in AP study hall, bowling matches and tournaments, spending time with friends, open lunch and leaving for the day.” Krista Olson ·Augustana College, Sioux
school, don’t give up, and enjoy your time in high school.” Noah Otten Cesar Palacios ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “Take as many AP classes as you can—it’s worth it.” Taylor Palmer ·Stewart School, Sioux Falls “My favorite memories at WHS are of Orange Letter Days and HonorFest. My advice is to make sure to always be at school and get your work done.”
Sean Oromo ·Arizona State University “Manifest your own destiny!” Elizabeth Ortega ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Get involved, come to
Breazia Richardson Daw Rin Brian Rivera
Khina Parsai David Perreault
Quintin Robertson
Ethan Person
Sydney Rodman ·Northwestern College, Iowa
Steven Peshlakai Jacob Peterson ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Don’t loiter in the Orange Zone. Don’t procrastinate and don’t fail.” Duy Pham Kyana Phommajack ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “Get involved and have fun!” Keanu Phumipraphat ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Study hard and finish strong.” Deann Pillatzki ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls Soffiya Poberezhnik Philip Poberezhnik Calvin Poderzay ·Georgia Tech “Try a variety of activities.” Sophie Pokorney Aleksandar Popovich Pratima Poudyal Prativa Poudyal Margaret Quiah Sydney Raabe ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memory of WHS is of cheering on the Warriors in state championships.” Sancha Rai Akash Rai
Cindy Rodriguez Anna Roetman ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memory of WHS is of being active in the band program. The band program includes the marching band, pep band, jazz band and concert band. I was in band activities all four years of my high school career.” Kadie Roozenboom ·College of Saint Mary, Nebraska “My favorite memory is of any of our marching band competitions and my annual birthday parties.” Wendy RosalesCorado ·Gustavus Adolphus College, Minnesota “Do your homework, talk to everybody, and just try.” Alexandra Rote ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memory is of representing WHS in many different first place wins in bowling.” Derrick Rowenhorst ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “My advice is to pay attention and make sure that you turn your homework in on time.” Nikila Royce Mel Ruano Esa Sadi Noah Salter ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Being involved in theater is my favorite memory because it introduces you to new friends and prepares you for future stage experience.” Jalen Sandness
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Kourtnee Olstad
RemiMae Rice “I would advise underclassmen to get involved in activities, even if they don’t seem up your alley.”
Raquel Rivera ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “When you find no words to say and can’t express yourself in any way, bring your hands to your musical instrument and it’ll talk for you as you play.”
Take as many AP “ classes as you can— it’s worth it.”
Falls “Dressing up for homecoming week is my favorite memory of high school.”
Thuro Reisdorfer
Carey Schave
Dhiraj Rai Mongel Rai Collin Rasmussen Klaw Reh Daisey Reichert ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “I would tell the underclassmen to make these four years worth it by making lots of memories and lots of friends.”
Allison Schenkel ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My advice would be to get out of your comfort zone and join clubs you maybe don’t think you would like. I have joined random clubs over the years, and found interests I never thought I would have.” Austin Schmidt ·Lake Area Technical Institute, Watertown “My advice is that GPA is temporary, but memories last forever.”
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ORANGE & BLACK Noah Schmidt Liam Schneider ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion Hailie Schock ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Try your best, even when you feel lazy.” Austin Schoenbeck ·University of Sioux Falls “My favorite memory at WHS is when we won grand champion in show choir.” Morgan Scholten ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memories would have to be of the football games and jumping on bouncy houses and hanging with my friends during homecoming.” Trevor Schultz ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My advice is to get involved.” Jack Schumacher ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls Juan Sebastian Eric Sebesta
Jenna Siganos ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My advice is to think positive!” Emmett Simmons ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My advice is to join debate and learn not to be satisfied with the status quo!” Daithen Simonsen Nathan Simphaly Krishika Siwakoti ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “My advice is to stay focused, think of what your goal is in the future and work hard to reach that goal.” Surekchha Siwakoti Morgan Small ·University of Sioux Falls “My favorite memories of WHS are of during the competitive cheer season. It was at the state competition and we had just performed our best performance all season. Everyone was cheering for us, and it was one of my happiest moments of this year!”
Ashton Semmler ·South Dakota State University, Brookings
Dalton Sobotka
Phovthasone Sengchanh
Ty Souvannarath
Lincoln Shafer ·University of NebraskaLincoln “One of my favorite memories while at WHS is of winning the state golf tournament this last fall in Aberdeen with my teammates.”
Sydney Stallinga ·Winona State University, Minnesota “My advice to the underclassmen would be to spend as much time with your friends as possible and always stay involved with school activities.”
Maham Shah ·Baylor University, Texas “My favorite memory of WHS is of winning state basketball sophomore year and having everyone rush onto the court.”
Adam Stammer
Nasra Sharif Lashe Shega Taylor Shimitz ·South Dakota State University, Brookings
Emelia Sorum
Jillian Stamp ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “I would recommend that you challenge yourself and take advantage of as many opportunities as possible. Looking back, you won’t regret being involved or taking AP classes, and you’ll have tons of friends, memories and credits to take with
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“Show up, all the time.”
Mitchel Steinke
Subash Tamang
Brooklyn Stekl ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “My best advice to underclassmen would be to do your best and try to challenge yourself with AP classes because it was worth it in the end.”
Hawa Tarpeh Ahmed Tashahel Jessica Taylor Aaron Taylor
Deitrich Stellingwerf
Lance Taylor ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls
Tyler Stephens
Lovetee Teah
Angel Stinger ·Stewart School, Sioux Falls “My favorite memory is of being involved in gymnastics my freshman year.”
Mariah Thompson ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Get involved in something!”
Joshua Stirler ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “My favorite memories of WHS would definitely be of the marching band family. We are always there for each other, and will always have a good time in whatever we do.”
Christine Thuo
Mason Thompson
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JUNE 1, 2017 WHS are of the homecoming games and being able to dress up with my friends and cheer on the Warriors.” Rebecca Urey ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Always be on time and do your work.” Emily VanBockern ·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “I would encourage the underclassmen to be involved in the clubs and activities that are centered around their interests.” Seth VandeBraak ·University of Virginia “Try hard in all of the AP classes.” Madeline VanderFeen ·Drake University, Iowa “My favorite memory is of celebrating wins after football games and cheering in the basketball student section.”
Get involved in “something! ” -Mariah Thompson
Virsaviya Strizheus Maxion Toenah ·Dakota State University, Madison “Keep track of your grades, and don’t procrastinate on your homework.”
Sara Stuckenbroker ·Lake Area Technical Institute, Watertown “My advice would be to not be afraid to get involved!”
Tyler Townsend
Alli VanGinkel Michael VanSchaick ·Indiana Wesleyan University ·South Dakota National Guard “Don’t let your dreams just be dreams. Just do it!” Isaiah Vinson
Vladislav Sushchik ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “It was nothing like ‘High School Musical’ at all.”
Daria Turgeon ·North Dakota State University “My advice for underclassmen would be to get involved at WHS and try new things.”
Brandon Swatek
Asanti Tussa
Joel Swenson
Kimpong Ueng
Katherine Vroman ·University of Kansas “I would tell underclassmen to get involved as fast as they possibly can and to enjoy these years— they go by so fast!”
Surja Subba
Wasim Tadese Jacob Talley ·University of Jamestown, North Dakota
Jacob Wagner Amy Walker ·University of Minnesota, Twin Cities “Go to as many school events as possible, and get involved. High school will go by faster than you think and you don’t want to regret not going to all the events with your classmates.”
Amie Uithoven ·Northwestern College, Iowa “My favorite memories of
Thomas Vissers ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Study and do your homework.”
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as you can, because it will make your years at WHS a lot more enjoyable.” Kaleb Wika ·Iowa State University “My advice to underclassmen would be to surround yourself with positive successful people, because if you hang out with negative attitude people, you can’t expect to live a positive life.” Mitchell Wilber Emily Wilcox
Cordell Walker
Dain Willard
Dominick Warmbein
James Williams
Jordan Warmbein
Mariah Williams
Madison Warner ·University of Nebraska, Omaha “Enjoy every moment of high school. It may not seem like it, but the four years go by so fast.”
Brandon Wilson
Leah Warriner Dylan Warwick
Matthew Stoel ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “My favorite memory from WHS is of playing with the drumline in the variety shows.”
Bradley Struck ·South Dakota State University, Brookings
·University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Branch out, join activities, and don’t be shy.”
Furaha Wasesa Johnathan Weberg Brooke Wegener Jordan Weidner ·South Dakota State University, Broookings “Get involved.” Amanda Wheeler ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls “My advice would be to do your homework and study, but don’t let yourself get too stressed, because you might miss out on enjoying the events that WHS provides.”
Paige Wilson ·Stewart School, Sioux Falls “Don’t pile on so much work and stress on yourself. Challenge yourself, but don’t stress yourself out.” Makennan Woods ·Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls Nathaniel Wooledge Grace Wylie ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “Go to class, turn in your homework, and join a club or two to meet friends.” Aaron Yam ·South Dakota State University, Brookings “Be outgoing! For example, try something new, join a club and support WHS at games.” Moussaab Yaqoub-Mohammad
Adam Wiegert
Guled Yusuf
Levi Wienk
Hamda Yusuf
Lucas Wienk ·Augustana University, Sioux Falls “I would give the underclassmen advice to not slack off and to make sure to get all of their work handed in on time. You should also get involved in as many clubs, organizations or sports
Lauren Zimbeck ·University of Oklahoma “I would advise underclassmen to become involved at least once in high school, whether it be a sport, activity or club.” Chad Zimmer Zayda Zuniga
Two staff members announce retirement WHS loses 70 years of experience at end of current school year
By Amy Walker Two WHS staff members recently announced their retirement from WHS and were honored at the annual HonorFest, organized by the WHS Renaissance Committee, on May 19. Retiring staff members will leave WHS with a mark of commitment, compassion and experience, as their dedication to the students and other staff members at WHS touched countless students. Teachers who have publicly announced retirement at the end of this school year include:
Shelly Kolbeck
Special education teacher Shelly Kolbeck has been with the Sioux Falls School District for 33 years and has been a member of the WHS Special Education Department for over 20 of those years. Kolbeck said her plan is to take it easy, following retirement. “I plan to do nothing for a while after retiring,” Kolbeck said. “I would like to do a little bit of traveling and relaxing first, then I
will figure out what to do next.” Kolbeck has played an integral role in the development of the Life Skills program at WHS and has made memories that she will take with her as she leaves WHS. One of her favorites was when the adaptive music students put on a program in the auditorium. Kolbeck said she will cherish the memories she has made here with the amazing staff and students she has been privileged to work beside; they are a part of her heart. Kolbeck said she is grateful for her years at WHS. “It has been a great ride,” she said. “There is a great student body and great staff here at WHS. It has been my second home.”
Marc Murren
Social studies teacher Marc Murren, a long-time wrestling and football coach, has been teaching for 37 years, 27 of those with the Sioux Falls School District at WHS. Murren has been busy with WHS activities for many years, but said he will find plenty to do once
his teaching career ends. “I am going to find a job,” Murren said. “I like to work. I plan on changing what I do, and doing something with a little less commitment.” While Murren teaches in the social studies department, his loud personality reverberates throughout the school on a daily basis. He will always be remembered for his singing contributions at the homecoming variety shows and HonorFests. His straightforward humor and obvious love for what he does shines brightly every day. Murren said he has many memories that he will take with him from WHS. “I don’t have one favorite memory,” Murren said. “I have thousands. The students here are amazing, and I have so many memories being able to interact with them daily.” Murren offered one last word of advice for the staff and students at WHS to remember. “Do things you should remember,” he said.
Photo by Carson Herbert EXPERIENCE COUNTS—Retiring teachers Shelly Kolbeck (left) and Marc Murren (right) were recognized at HonorFest May 19 in the WHS gym.
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